Senior Professional - Utility (Finance)

Job Description

Step into your new Role

Kleinfelder's Hunt Valley, MD office is seeking a Senior Professional .

Directs technical programs and projects of varying size, with overall program/project responsibilities.

Identifies and defines scope, techniques and prices for project proposals for the delivery of projects/programs at the targeted price. May supervise or manage assigned staff. Works independently, using knowledge of industry and/or professional guidelines and protocols to accomplish goals and objectives and solve problems of diverse scope.

Job Responsibilities:

• Follows Kleinfelder policies and procedures for project proposing and delivery of projects/programs
• Effectively uses Kleinfelder workflows and processes to secure project resources, complete proposals, develop contracts, and maintain project records
• Works effectively with project support staff to monitor and control project to achieve quality target metrics for all projects.
• Mentors and coaches project team members and provides constructive feedback on team member performance.
• Executes projects to meet or exceed client expectations while meeting industry standard of care.
• Works with client organization staff and CAM to identify, develop, and propose on future work assignments.
• May, or may not, be asked to be a Team Leader. A Team Leader will manage direct reports consisting of architects, scientists and/or engineers which may or may not be directly working on their projects. If managing a team, will assist team members in resource sharing efforts, provide LPS stewardship, facilitate collaboration with markets and KGTN, and provide quarterly and annual performance reviews seeking input from others, as necessary. If managing project managers, will coordinate with RDM to monitor project management performance and provide mentoring and career guidance related to project management.

Position Requirements:

Communicating Projects Effectively

• Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; speaks clearly and persuasively.
• Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; writes clearly and informatively.
• Listens with genuine interest, encourages discussion; does not monopolize conversations.
• Provides timely and effective communications with team members regarding project status and expectations.
• Accepts diversity of opinions; unafraid to let people speak their minds; solicits different views.

Managing and Delivering High Quality Work

• Is solution oriented; strives to solve problems vs. placing blame.
• Anticipates problems and opportunities.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities with minimal supervision.
• Ensures that project team produces high quality work products and deliverables.
• Follows internal quality control and risk mitigation protocols such as peer reviews and Three Way Agreement.
• Includes appropriate people in decision-making process and knows when to reach out for help from other technical experts.

Demonstrating Leadership

• Teaches, mentors, and encourages growth among project team members.
• Displays a positive attitude; enthusiastic.
• Volunteers readily; Seeks increased responsibilities.
• Handles pressure and multiple demands.
• Is trustworthy and can be counted on to follow through.
• Motivates others to perform well and provides recognition for achieving individual and team goals.
• Decisions balance company's profitability, employees, and client needs.

Managing and Controlling Costs

• Understands financial management concepts and uses the right tools to manage budgets.
• Effectively prepares scopes and fees for new or additional work with appropriate staffing, rates or billing structure, and target multiplier.
• Uses technology to increase productivity and profitability.
• Takes care of invoicing, scheduling, scheduling, collections, and other PM duties in a timely and accurate manner.

Managing Project Resources

• Plans and executes project effectively and efficiently using appropriate tools such as project management plans, kickoff meetings, resource planning, schedules, and periodic team project meetings.
• Delegates work assignments appropriately and uses leverage in staffing projects.
• Includes team members in planning.
• Sets expectations, provides direction, and monitors delegated activities.
• Develops achievable and detailed schedules and works with project team to adhere to schedules and deadlines.
• Works well managing virtual teams and willingly works with the appropriate resources regardless of location.
• Provides clear performance expectations and consistent, timely and quality feedback.
• Coordinate with project team for additional resources when needed and uses appropriate leverage.

Managing Client Relationships

• Effectively identifies out-of-scope items and eliminates 'scope creep' and/or secures amendments/change orders for additional services.
• Effectively communicates and coordinates with client and project stakeholders to keep project on budget and schedule.
• Works closely with clients, CAMs and others to identify new or add-on project opportunities.
• Meets or exceeds client and stakeholder schedules and deadlines.

Health & Safety

• Demonstrates understanding and commitment to risk assessment and the Health and Safety planning hierarchy by conducting risk reviews for high-hazard work at the proposal stage, and budgeting for Health and Safety for each project in their portfolios.
• Demonstrates leadership in conducting Management Site Visits and LPOs, providing recognition, coaching and mentoring junior staff for effective project safety management, etc.
• Demonstrates commitment to vetting and managing subcontractors for safety success.

Education:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Architecture, or related technical field required. Master's degree desired.
• Experience: 8 - 9 years of related experience, 5 - 6 years project management experience and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required. 3 - 4 years supervisory/management experience required.
• Certification/Registration: Certifications or registrations as mandated by profession. Other technical certifications shall be secured, as appropriate. Participation in professional organizations to develop effective leadership.
• Other Knowledge and Skills: Advanced knowledge of MS Office and Project Manager web page required. Knowledge of designated IS systems and database preferred.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that throughdiversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.